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burchfield96

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A man presented to his primary caregiver with complaints of nausea and vomiting and was referred to the emergency department (ED), where he was diagnosed with cholecystitis.
 
  The ED nurse should be aware that the preferred intervention for this patient's health problem is:
  A) Laparoscopic cholecystectomy
  B) Open cholecystectomy
  C) Dietary changes and pharmacological treatment
  D) Creation of a temporary ostomy and supportive care

Question 2

A 59-year-old woman with a recent history of gallstones had a laparoscopic cholecystectomy performed this morning and has just been admitted to the postsurgical unit from the PACU.
 
  The nurse who will be providing this patient's immediate care should prioritize assessments that are related to what complication of a laparoscopic cholecystectomy?
  A) Paralytic ileus
  B) Bile duct injury
  C) Hyperbilirubinemia
  D) Sepsis



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Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

B



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